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surbanajurong

Drainage Engineer

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Key Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze surface water and storm drainage systems for DPWH roads, highways, flood control projects, and private developments

  • Prepare drainage studies and hydraulic calculations, using InfoDrainage, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS

  • Develop drainage layouts, profiles, cross-sections, and construction details using AutoCAD/Civil 3D

  • Utilize GIS tools to analyze catchments, flood extents, topography, and drainage networks

  • Apply climate-resilient and flood mitigation design practices suitable for typhoon-prone areas

  • Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications for DPWH submissions and private client approvals

  • Coordinate with DPWH District and Regional Offices, LGUs, and other regulatory agencies

  • Support environmental compliance (ECC, EIA/IEE inputs related to drainage and flood risk)

  • Review contractor shop drawings and provide technical support during construction

  • Conduct site inspections and resolve drainage-related construction issues

  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineers

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

  • PRC Licensed Civil Engineer – required

  • 4–7 years of relevant experience in drainage, flood control, or civil infrastructure projects

  • Demonstrated experience on DPWH-funded projects and private developments

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in InfoDrainage for stormwater and drainage design

  • Experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial and hydrologic analysis

  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D

  • Familiarity with HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS

  • Strong understanding of DPWH Drainage Design Guidelines, road drainage, culverts, channels, and flood control structures

  • Knowledge of Philippine rainfall data, design storms, and flood return periods

  • Ability to prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and drawings

Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Effective communication with government agencies, contractors, and private clients

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

  • High level of attention to detail and accountability

Working Conditions

  • Office-based with site inspections

  • Exposure to both DPWH and private-sector project environments

  • Occasional travel to regional project locations

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!